COMPLIANCE INVESTIGATOR 3/4
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COMPLIANCE INVESTIGATOR 3/4
Salary
$3,831.00 - $7,518.00 Monthly
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
ETH-COMPINVST4-063026
Department
Ethics Administration
Opening Date
07/06/2026
Closing Date
7/20/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
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About this Job
At Ethics Administration, we strive to achieve compliance by governmental officials, public employees, candidates, and lobbyists, and provide public access to disclosed information.
Our mission is to provide staff support for the Louisiana Board of Ethics by administering and enforcing Louisiana's conflicts of interest legislation, campaign finance disclosure requirements, and lobbyist disclosure laws and registration.
TheCompliance Investigator 3/4position conducts investigations and performs legal research to support the enforcement of Louisiana's ethics, campaign finance, and lobbyist disclosure laws.
An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:
Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
Displaying Expertise:The ability to demonstrate specialized knowledge, skills, and experience to apply subject-matter expertise in diverse and evolving @contexts.
Making Accurate Judgments:The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
Thinking Critically:The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
Acting with Ethics and Integrity:The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit.
Displaying Professionalism:The ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others.
Following Policies and Procedures:The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies.
Managing Time:The ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and allocate time to ensure timely completion of work goals.
Solving Problems:The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Five years of experience in accounting, auditing, administrative services, building inspection, real estate appraisal, law enforcement, investigations, or in the issuance or recommendation of medical licenses; OR
Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus two years of experience in accounting, auditing, administrative services, building inspection, real estate appraisal, law enforcement, investigations, or in the issuance or recommendation of medical licenses; OR
A bachelor's degree plus two years of experience in accounting, auditing, administrative services, building inspection, real estate appraisal, law enforcement, investigations, or in the issuance or recommendation of medical licenses; OR
An advanced degree plus one year of experience in accounting, auditing, administrative services, building inspection, real estate appraisal, law enforcement, investigations, or in the issuance or recommendation of medical licenses.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=172060) .
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Conduct complex investigations involving alleged violations of the Louisiana Code of Governmental Ethics, Campaign Finance Disclosure Act, and Lobbyist Disclosure Act.
Gather and analyze evidence through interviews, records research, and review of public and confidential documents.
Prepare investigative reports and present findings to support legal proceedings.
Perform legal research and assist attorneys with hearings, subpoenas, and case preparation.
Maintain investigation records, review audit reports, and perform other related duties as assigned.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies within the agency . The position(s) may be filled as a job appointment, probational appointment (probation in lieu of promotion), detail to special duty, or non-competitive reemployment.
Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Compliance Investigator 3 or 4, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). Please click here (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/JobView2.aspx) for the Civil Service website to search for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications, and job concepts for each level by job title.
Compensation:The maximum amount listed for the salary pay range is the amount a person can make throughout their career in the position and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay at the time of hire.
Selected candidate may be required to serve a probational appointment up to two years.
How To Apply:
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Izzy Piland
P.O Box 94111
Baton Rouge, LA
Izzy.Piland@civilservice.la.gov
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave- Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
Mardi Gras,
Good Friday,
Memorial Day,
Independence Day,
Labor Day,
Veteran's Day,
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
*** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the @type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your\Retirement\System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system
Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
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DPf: Displaying Professionalism - How well do you meet expectations for workplace behavior, communication, and responsibility, especially when under pressure?
I miss deadlines, act unprofessionally, or avoid responsibility for my actions or workplace expectations.
I meet basic standards for work quality, behavior, and communication when given occasional reminders or support.
I meet expectations, follow policies, and communicate respectfully and clearly-even in difficult situations.
I model professionalism and ethics, adapt under pressure, and build trust through consistent and responsible behavior.
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DPf: Displaying Professionalism - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
03
FPP: Following Policies and Procedures - How well do you apply rules, policies, and procedures in your work?
I struggle to follow rules or apply policies correctly, which can lead to confusion or mistakes.
I follow rules with support and help correct issues, but I sometimes apply policies inconsistently.
I apply and explain policies accurately, adapt to routine situations, and help improve procedures.
I guide others in applying policies, prevent compliance issues, and improve procedures based on experience.
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FPP: Following Policies and Procedures - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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MAJ: Making Accurate Judgments - How do you make decisions when faced with choices, risks, or limited information?
I make reactive or delayed decisions and sometimes overlook risks, priorities, or potential bias.
I try to weigh options but struggle when there's uncertainty, competing priorities, or unclear outcomes.
I make timely, well-reasoned decisions by using available information, @context, and trade-offs.
I make sound decisions in complex situations, lead others through ambiguity, and adapt as new information emerges.
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MAJ: Making Accurate Judgments - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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State of Louisiana
Address
1201 N 3rd St
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802
Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
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